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LAKEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL), a leader in the
fast-casual segment of the restaurant industry operating under the
Einstein Bros.® Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels®, and Manhattan Bagel®
brands, today announced the appointment of Glenn Lunde to the position
of Chief Concept Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Lunde has over 20
years of experience in developing and executing marketing strategies,
product development and concept innovation for a variety of restaurant
companies and will lead the strategic direction for all three brands.

“Glenn possesses significant expertise in successfully defining and
driving the direction for accomplished brands in both the fast-casual
and quick-service segments, and we are confident this know-how will be a
tremendous asset for Einstein Noah as we continue to elevate our brands
and accelerate our growth,” stated Jeff O’Neill, president and chief
executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. “Glenn’s
proven ability to achieve results through creativity, collaboration, and
disciplined execution will play an important role as we solidify our
leadership position in fresh-baked bagels, premium sandwiches, and
specialty beverages.”

Prior to joining Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Mr. Lunde served as
senior vice president, chief guest officer for Panda Restaurant Group,
Inc. which includes Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San, where he
was responsible for marketing, product development and food
safety/quality assurance. Previously, Mr. Lunde served as senior vice
president, chief marketing and chief concept officer for Round Table
Pizza Inc, following eight years at Taco Bell. At Taco Bell he led the
development of several significant products for the brand, including the
Chalupa and Gordita product lines.

Mr. Lunde earned his undergraduate degree in economics and psychology
from Stanford University and holds a masters degree in business from
UCLA.

About Einstein Noah Restaurant Group

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. is a leading company in the quick
casual restaurant industry that operates franchises and licenses
locations under the Einstein Bros.®, Noah's New York Bagels® and
Manhattan Bagel® brands. The Company's retail system consists of over
815 restaurants in 40 states and the District of Columbia. It also
operates a dough production facility. The Company's stock is traded on
the NASDAQ under the symbol BAGL. Visit www.einsteinnoah.com
for additional information.

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Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. owns, operates, franchises, and licenses bagel specialty restaurants in the United States. The company operates, franchises, or licenses various restaurant concepts primarily under the Einstein Bros. Bagels, Noah